Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to rise to mark the 35th anniversary of an organization in Mercier‑Est called “Le Chez‑Nous”, a vital community hub for people aged 55 and over in La Pointe-de-l'Île.
For the past 35 years, Le Chez‑Nous has been offering recreation activities, coordinating outreach services and providing compassionate support to our most vulnerable seniors. What is important to highlight today, however, is the vitality of its members and the dedication of its volunteers. These women and men make an enormous contribution that reaches far beyond the organization's walls. They help maintain intergenerational ties and have a positive impact on the entire Tétreaultville community.
It is a great honour for me to wish a happy 35th anniversary to Carmen Diaconescu, the chair of the board of directors, Melda Saeedi, the executive director, and the 1,000 members of that organization.
Happy 35th anniversary, Le Chez‑Nous, and keep up the good work.